Congratulations to Dispatcher Amy Waters, who was voted by PPEC’s employees as the 2023 Rockstar Employee for Quarter 2! This internal quarterly recognition program allows employees to nominate and vote on deserving co-workers they feel have gone above and beyond or deserve recognition. Waters joined the PPEC team in April 2011. She dispatches crews to… Continue reading.

In one of the most notable inaugural speeches given, President John F. Kennedy spoke his famous words, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” His inspiring words urged Americans to take actions that benefited the greater good. In essence, Kennedy was saying our country thrives… Continue reading.

Antique stores — they’re filled with stories from the past. Walking into one is like turning back the clock, surrounded by unique and fascinating pieces that have stood the test of time. From vintage décor to Native American artifacts, each item holds a piece of history waiting to be discovered. It’s a place where nostalgia… Continue reading.

A ductless air conditioner, also referred to as a mini-split system or air source heat pump, offers a variety of options for heating and cooling, particularly for older homes and buildings. Several years ago, mini-split models were thought to be inefficient for colder climates, but these systems have made great strides, making them a more… Continue reading.

JAMIE MERICLE joins PPEC as a member services representative from Paulding, Ohio, where she and her husband, Brandan, reside. Mericle spent the past three years working for a local financial office and her husband works for Werlor in Defiance. The couple have two dogs: Emma, a beagle mix, and Ranger, who they believe to be… Continue reading.

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October is National Co-op Month, and Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) is joining cooperatives across the U.S. to celebrate. Co-ops come in all shapes and sizes, but they each have a common goal: to provide at-cost goods or services for the members of the co-op. Electric co-ops, including PPEC, exist to serve their members. We… Continue reading.

Operation Round Up was started in 2010 as a way to give back to PPEC’s communities. PPEC members have donated more than $1,000,000 back to the community since its inception. Groups in both Ohio and Indiana can apply for funding. The most recent donation recipients include: Organizations can apply for Operation Round Up assistance by… Continue reading.